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Erave Airport (ERE)

Erave, Papua New Guinea · small airport · -6.606° 143.900° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeERE
ICAO CodeAYEV
Typesmall airport
NameErave Airport
MunicipalityErave
CountryPapua New Guinea
ContinentOC
Latitude-6.606° S
Longitude143.900° E
Elevation3650 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPapua New Guinea
ISO Code
RegionErave
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+10
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving ERE

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (6.6°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Erave Airport (IATA: ERE, ICAO: AYEV) is a small rural airstrip serving Erave in Papua New Guinea's Southern Highlands Province. Located at approximately -6.606, 143.900, it provides essential air access to a remote highland community where road links can be unreliable. The airport mainly handles light aircraft, charter flights, and mission aviation rather than large scheduled commercial service.

💡 Local Tip
Morning flights are generally more reliable because highland afternoon weather often brings low cloud and rain; if you are departing, arrive early and keep your plans flexible.
🚖 Getting There

Access to and from Erave Airport is typically by local road, foot track, or arranged vehicle from Erave town; roads can be rough and impassable after heavy rain. There is no regular public bus or taxi rank at the airstrip, so arrange pickup in advance through your lodge, employer, or charter operator. Allow extra time and confirm conditions with locals before traveling.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Erave Airport?
A: Erave Airport mainly serves light aircraft, charter, and mission aviation operators; scheduled commercial service is limited or irregular, so check with local operators before planning travel.

Q: What is the airport code for Erave Airport?
A: The IATA code is ERE and the ICAO code is AYEV.

Q: Where is Erave Airport located?
A: It is located near Erave in Papua New Guinea, at coordinates approximately -6.606, 143.900, in a remote highland region.

Q: Are there facilities at Erave Airport?
A: As a small rural airstrip, facilities are basic; expect no large terminal, limited passenger services, and possible weather-related delays.

AI-generated content · Generated Oct 2, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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